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Where do you get scrap wire for making pigtail connections e.g. when wiring a switch?

I’m learning some basic electrical in order to wire some smart switches and I’ll have to make some pigtail connections. Where are the best places to get scrap wire for...

Asked on 11/01/2021

4 answer

How to install a junction box for a wire splice

My unit is getting ready to sell and the home inspector said I need to install a junction box ... I don't know what to do. Is this something my...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

Replaced my first power cord. Will I set the house on fire?

I’ve replaced the power cord of an appliance for the very first time. How does it look? I have switched the appliance on for 3 mins and there were no...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

If I apply for an electrical permit, will an inspector call me out for previous unpermitted work?

I want to do some electrical work in the house I just moved into (adding a 220V branch for a home shop) and do everything 100% aboveboard, with permits and...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

Help wiring a pendant light

I’m installing a pendant light. I took down the old light and I’m having trouble figuring out how to wire the...

Asked on 11/01/2021

2 answer

Soldering copper pigtails to aluminum wire

As I prepare to remedy my parent's 1965 home's aluminum wiring I have investigated Copalum and Alumicon. Copalum appears to be unavailable. I've tried a few Alumicon connectors but they...

Asked on 11/01/2021

3 answer

Is it required to electrically ground rebar in an exterior concrete slab?

I'm looking for information / references on when exactly it is required to ground / bond the steel reinforcement in an exterior concrete pad, and how to do so. The...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

Is 100-year old armored (BX) cable a safety hazard and should it be replaced?

Our house was built in 1905 and while a lot of the electric has been replaced throughout the its 115 year life, a lot of the old BX cable (likely...

Asked on 11/01/2021 by masedesign

2 answer

Water heater straps too short. Replace straps? Get extension?

The water heater is already installed in a narrow cabinet. So there is no easy access behind it without taking it out: ...

Asked on 11/01/2021

2 answer

Why is there continuity between hot and neutral in the unmodified part of my circuit?

Long story. I'll try to make it short: Goal: Replace cooktop exhaust fan/light I've done this before. Should be no big deal... Removed old fan/light. Started to install new fan/light....

Asked on 11/01/2021

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